India Accelerates Piped Natural Gas Rollout Amid Gulf Supply Crisis
Government pushes faster PNG rollout amid Gulf crisis
The Economic Times
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In response to supply disruptions from the Iran war, India is urging city gas distribution companies to expedite the rollout of household piped natural gas (PNG) connections. This initiative aims to reduce reliance on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) imports and enhance energy security.
- 01India is pushing for faster deployment of piped natural gas (PNG) connections.
- 02The initiative is a response to supply disruptions caused by the Iran war.
- 03Oil secretary Neeraj Mittal emphasized the need for better planning for adversities.
- 04The government has streamlined clearance processes for city gas distribution (CGD) infrastructure.
- 05This shift aims to reduce India's dependence on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) imports.
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In light of the ongoing Gulf crisis, particularly the disruptions stemming from the Iran war, India is accelerating the rollout of household piped natural gas (PNG) connections. Oil secretary Neeraj Mittal called on city gas distribution (CGD) companies to enhance their capacity and utilize technology to speed up the process. He noted that the current situation has revealed vulnerabilities in India's reliance on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) imports. The government has acted quickly to eliminate longstanding bottlenecks that have hindered city gas expansion for over a decade. This includes issuing orders for time-bound clearances and implementing reasonable fees for the establishment and operation of CGD infrastructure. Mittal highlighted the importance of proactive planning in energy security, stating that adversity often reveals weaknesses in preparedness.
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The accelerated rollout of PNG connections will enhance energy security and reduce dependence on imported LPG, potentially stabilizing energy prices for consumers.
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